Tree Preservation Orders
A Tree Preservation Order (TPO) is a written order from a local planning authority in England that protects trees, groups of trees, or woodlands. A TPO...
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Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace
Mental health in the workplace has become a pressing issue in recent years. As organisations recognise the importance of supporting their teams’ mental wellbeing, it...
Yara Abdallah
Solicitor, Dispute ResolutionBuildings Safety Act – an overview
The Buildings Safety Act 2022 was introduced to improve the standard of buildings, ensure that construction materials are fit for purpose and secure the safety...
Simon Cook
Consultant, Dispute ResolutionBlowing kisses, not boundaries
A recent Employment Tribunal case has sparked debate about the boundaries of workplace behaviour, with a male manager’s attempt to ‘air kiss’ a female colleague...
Louisa Keville
Associate, Employment LawWorking time regulations – the essentials
Regulations limiting the amount of time an employee can work every week were brought into force through The Working Time Regulations 1998. This regulation was...
Yara Abdallah
Solicitor, Dispute ResolutionRecruitment – legal requirements
There is no one piece of legislation setting out the legal requirements of the recruitment process. However, there are several legal requirements which employers must...
Jane Crosby
Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution & Accredited MediatorGovernment steadies the path on worker reforms
Unveiled Employment Rights Bill paces change for employers and workers. Heralded as the greatest shake up in UK employment law for more than 30 years,...
Jane Crosby
Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution & Accredited MediatorLandlords learn how to navigate the Mental Health Breathing Space
Private residential landlords are being challenged to keep pace with current legislation and a scheme to support tenants through debt is one of the latest...
Lucy Penfold
Associate, Dispute ResolutionMind your words and avoid discrimination at work
The office banter. The casual joke. The seemingly harmless comment. In a fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook the power of language. But choose your...
Jane Crosby
Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution & Accredited MediatorMaking a claim for dilapidations
Landlords and tenants of commercial properties can find themselves in a dispute if the tenant does not give the property back at the end of...
